3rd Shift Truck Loader - Kansas City, KS

Phoenix Metals Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company in Kansas City, MO is seeking an entry-level warehouse professional to supervise and perform metals processing and distribution tasks. You will operate material handling equipment, load/unload vehicles, and ensure accuracy of documentation.

Qualified candidates have 1–2 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read instructions. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced metal distribution environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Must obtain certification to operate motorized handling and rigging equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication skills, legible handwriting required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions; basic measurement & arithmetic.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Team-oriented with good working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload material to/from supplier vehicles using material handling equipment such as a forklift, overhead crane or side loaders.
• Examine material for obvious quality defects and verify conformance to orders with measuring devices like a tape measure.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete required documentation.
• Safely operate commercial trucks on Company property.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Report irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Adhere to applicable safety and quality standards.

Job description

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Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing metals processing and distribution work. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Phoenix Metals in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Generally responsible for completing basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Responsible for safely loading/unloading material to/from supplier vehicles using material handling equipment such as a forklift, overhead crane or side loaders.
• Examines material for obvious quality defects and using measuring devices such as a tape measure to ensure conformance to purchase and sales orders.
• Tags material for proper identification and completes all required documentation.
• Safely operates commercial trucks on Company property.
• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Reports any irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills

• 1-2 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a certification to operate all required motorized material handling and rigging equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication skills, particularly legible handwriting required.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.